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August 1986 – 30 years ago

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August 1986 witnessed the theft of a Picasso in Victoria, collisions of ships and of planes, a 365 year sentence for a spy, great music and going postal.

I went to a general store. They wouldn't let me buy anything specifically.”

Steven Wright

Anger over WA Government's decision to decline Paralympics event

The City of Perth will host a welcome home ceremony for WA Paralympic athletes, following anger over the State Government's initial decision not to hold an event. on 21 Sep 2016

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100m silver for Year 9 schoolgirl Holt

TEEN sprint sensation Isis Holt has added a Paralympic Games silver to her world championship golden double, finishing second in her T35 100m final. on 15 Sep 2016

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Aussie Davidson wins Rio long jump gold

Brayden Davidson has delivered gold for Australia at the Rio Paralympics with victory in the T36 long jump. on 13 Sep 2016

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Belarus official banned from Paralympic Games for Russia flag stunt

"This is the person who showed solidarity with people who were disgracefully treated in an inhumane way in not being allowed to compete at the Paralympics," Zakharova told Interfax news agency. on 09 Sep 2016

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Super Cahill earns Socceroos win over UAE

Australia earns a 1-0 World Cup qualifying win over United Arab Emirates through a late Tim Cahill volley. on 06 Sep 2016

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Late night evacuations for Barossa Valley campers as river breaks bank

Holiday-makers are evacuated from their cabins and caravans in the middle of the night at a Barossa Valley caravan park after a nearby river breaks its banks. on 30 Sep 2016

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Dedicated natural burial site backed by Tasmanian council

People wanting a natural burial in Tasmania — which involves unmarked graves and biodegradable coffins — may soon have the option of being laid to rest in a purpose-built site. on 22 Sep 2016

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Flooding closes regional NSW roads

Flash flooding has forced road closures in parts of NSW, with some rivers expected to peak into the weekend. on 21 Sep 2016

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Hammer rampage man, 44, accused of injuring man, punching police officer in face

Following reports of the alleged attack, WA's truck driving community posted messages of hope and support to Mr Tapper's family on the West Australia Road Trains and Big Bangers Facebook page. on 09 Sep 2016

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Potato marketing board deregulation law passed by WA Parliament

Western Australia's Parliament has cleared the way for full deregulation of the state's potato industry, passing legislation to abolish the controversial Potato Marketing Corporation (PMC). on 07 Sep 2016

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